Substitute Bus Driver (2026-27)

Orting School District; Orting (WA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Orting School District seeks a substitute bus driver with a valid CDL (passenger and air brake endorsements) who can meet district safety standards and work with students and staff. The role requires a high school diploma, at least five years of licensed passenger-vehicle experience, ability to pass a DOT physical and drug screen, and completion of the district's driver training program.

Benefits accompany regular employment.

Qualifications

• Valid CDL with passenger and air brake endorsements.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Pass DOT physical and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Pre-trip and post-trip inspections per district handbook.
• Check fuel, oil, water, tires and safety equipment.
• Maintain clean bus interior and exterior.
• Attend to students with needs per handbook.
• Maintain current route maps and report issues.
• Follow district discipline and safety policies.

Skills

CDL with endorsements

Physical fitness

Exit within 20s

Student interaction

On-bus duties

Independent work

First aid CPR certified

Reading/Math assessments

DOT drug screening

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Five years licensed passenger-vehicle experience

Job description

We train for CDL - Takes approximately six weeks

Training: $17.13 minimum wage during "classroom time"

2026-27: Sub Rate: $28.75 *including driver training up to and as a CDL holder, and route training

Qualifications

• A valid motor vehicle operator's license with class B or higher Commercial Driver Endorsement (CDL) with passenger and air brake endorsement.
• Good physical condition.
• Ability to get from the driver's seat and outside emergency door in 20 seconds or less.
• Ability to relate to students, staff and parents.
• Ability to perform duties with students on bus.
• Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.
• Valid first aid and CPR certification.
• Work Skills Assessments: Achieve minimum acceptable levels/scores in reading and/or math assessments.
• Must be able to pass a DOT physical and drug screening requirements.

Education/Experience

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Have at least five years of experience as a licensed driver of a passenger vehicle.

Required Licenses/Special Requirements

• Must be able to successfully complete a Washington State Patrol and a Federal Bureau of Investigation background and criminal history check pursuant to RCW 43.43.830/832.
• Meet all requirements for holding a school bus driver authorization, including a review of a five-year abstract of your driving record.
• Must be able to successfully complete a school bus driver training program facilitated by an authorized school bus driver instructor.

Performance Duties And Responsibilities

• Pre-trip/Post-trip functions of school vehicle as outlined in Orting School District Driver's Handbook:
• check fuel level and fill when fuel is under half tank
• check oil level, water level, wiper washer water level, wipers, tires
• check outside of vehicle for any new damage, inside for any cut seats or vandalism,
• check all lights
• check all emergency exits from both inside and out,
• mirrors for proper adjustment
• maintain clean windows, inside and out
• check fire extinguisher, first aid kit, body fluid clean up kit, and emergency triangles, to make sure everything is there, and working properly.
• At end of each route, inspect bus interior, pick up anything left, look for sleeping children.
• Clean the bus as required.
• Attend to students special needs as outlined in Orting School District Driver's Handbook.
• Handle student discipline as outlined in Orting School District Driver's Handbook.
• Maintain current "route maps"
• Comply with standards and expectations as outlined in Orting School District Driver's Handbook.
• Perform other duties as required by supervisor.

Benefits

For on-call positions, eligibility for benefits is determined by a number of factors, including the number of hours an employee worked during the last two (2) school years (September 1 through August 31). Some on-call positions may not be benefit eligible. Benefits are administered through the Payroll Department. Additional information is available on their district webpage. Please contact the Payroll Department at [phone] x4029 or x 4046 for more information.

Regular employees who are not in on-call positions and are anticipated to work 630 hours or more in a year are eligible for the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance, long-term disability and the employee assistance program.

The district's healthcare benefits are administered by the Washington State Healthcare Authority (HCA) under the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). Benefit eligible employees also qualify to optionally participate in deferred compensation/403B plans, dependent care flexible spending/health savings accounts, and additional life insurance and/or added long-term disability coverage through employee contributions. Sick leave, vacation, personal leave, and any paid holidays are aligned with bargaining agreements by association, as listed on our website.

Other benefits include VEBA, which is a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and serves as a way to contribute dollars on a pre-tax basis for out of pocket benefits costs, whether it be for medical, dental or vision premiums, or any other out of pocket medical expenses. This benefit is available, based on the outcome of annual voting of employees by group.

The preceding list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the scope of responsibility and the level of knowledge and skills typically required, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements, skills, or duties so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed. The District reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Orting School District Does Not Discriminate In Any Programs Or Activities On The Basis Of Sex, Race, Creed, Religion, Color, National Origin, Age, Veteran Or Military Status, Sexual Orientation, Gender Expression Or Identity, Disability, Marital Status, Or The Use Of a Trained Dog Guide Or Service Animal And Provides Equal Access To The Boy Scouts And Other Designated Youth Groups. The Following Employees Have Been Designated To Handle Questions And Complaints Of Alleged Discrimination And Their Offices Are Located At 121 Whitesell St NE, Orting, WA 98360

Civil Rights Compliance/Title IX/ADA Coordinator

Carrie Joy, Director of Human Resources

360-893-6500, ext. 4028

[e-mail]

Section 504 Coordinator

Dr. Jennifer Westover, Executive Director for Student Support Services

360-893-6500, ext. 4027

[e-mail]

Information about the nondiscrimination and sex-based discrimination policies and grievance procedures, and how to report a concern or complaint can be accessed here.

Title IX inquiries may also be directed toward the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights.